Sheldon dives into complex hyperbolic calculations to prove vertical landing is mathematically possible. However, he needs a computer to solve the Navier-Stokes equations, which is far beyond the family budget. Sheldon takes desperate measures, including:
He calls the First National Bank of Medford to try and take out a second mortgage on his parents' house to fund the purchase. A Patch, a Modem, and a ZantacYoung Sheldon : S...
The stress of being ignored causes Sheldon to develop a stomach pain, which a doctor diagnoses as an ulcer. Sheldon dives into complex hyperbolic calculations to prove
The story begins at Medford High School, where a guest speaker from NASA, Dr. Ronald Hodges, gives a lecture about the high costs of space travel. Sheldon suggests that NASA should land their rocket boosters vertically to reuse them and save money. Dr. Hodges dismisses Sheldon as just a precocious kid, handing him a as a patronizing "participation trophy". Sheldon is deeply offended and vows to prove the "nincompoop" wrong. The Pursuit (The Modem) The stress of being ignored causes Sheldon to